Going from Manchester to Newbury by train

About to set off from Manchester to Newbury by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Manchester and Newbury: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$130.50, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Manchester and Newbury

If you are taking the train from Manchester to Newbury, you will have 44 trains each day (with a departure every 18 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:11. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:07. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:11, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:07.

Train duration for trips from Manchester to Newbury

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 30 minutes, crossing a total distance of 239 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Manchester and Newbury?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Manchester and Newbury 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Additional information on train travel from Manchester to Newbury

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Newbury city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Manchester to Newbury by train?

The trip from Manchester to Newbury covers a distance of 239 kilometres.

What is the Manchester to Newbury train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$130.50. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Manchester to Newbury train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Manchester to Newbury by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 30 minutes.